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Happy November! I have been tossing around the idea of having a Crochet-A-Long starting in January 2014… Since I am like all of you yarnies… I can’t decide what it will be… I always have tons of work in progress projects! So what better than leave it up to Viewer Choice!!!! You all were so supportive during the voting for the final Amazing Grace Pattern poll… I thought…hmmmm… Lets do another poll!!!!

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So here are my thoughts… Start crocheting in January…I will make a fabulous design for us… You choose what it will be!!!! The winning vote will determine not only the project… but also the length of time! A blanket may take a couple of months… A hat maybe a week… Let’s have some FUN!!!!.

To celebrate my daughter’s birthday (It’s Friday) I decided to post another free pattern for all my friends that join me at Beatrice Ryan Designs… I love these cute scarves, Perfect for any time of year, stylish and simple!

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Chains and Flowers Crochet Scarf

If you love this pattern… Save it in your Ravelry favorites… Click Here!!

Materials:

Stash Yarn – Fingering, Dk, or Worsted your choice

Crochet Hook – G or H Your choice according to the yarn you choose

Stitches:

Dc-Double Crochet Sl St-Slip Stitch Ch-Chain Sp-Space

Scarf Length 60″ or more, Your choice depending on how many times you want to wrap it around.

Instructions:

Chain 23 with a medium even tension.

1. Turn,* 5 Dc in 2nd chain from hook (Make sure to place your Dc stitches around 2 of the 3 strands of the chain stitch so the center of the flower doesn’t stretch to out large), Sl St in same ch st, 5 Dc in same ch st, Sl St in same ch st, 3 Dc in same chain (This creates 1/2 of the flower), Chain 22* Repeat (**)several times until scarf is desired length.

2. At the end of the chain. turn-working your way back along other side of chain ,*5 Dc in 2nd Ch from hook, Sl St in same chain* Repeat * *5 times, Sl St to the base of first Dc (Full Flower Formed), **Chain 17 or 18 to equal same length as previous Chain length, Sl St in top of 3rd Dc in partial flower, 2Dc in center of flower round, * Sl St in Same Sp, 5 Dc in same Sp* 2 times, Sl St in base of 1st Dc of flower to complete flower**. Repeat( ** **) until you reach end of chain . ^Sl St in Last ch, 5 Dc in same sp, Sl St in same Sp^, repeat ^^ 5 times. Join with Sl St to base of 1st Dc. Finish off, weave in ends.

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Lightly steam flowers to flatten and gently pull on chains to even the tension of the scarf.

I hope you enjoy the scarf!!! And keep checking back for more patterns!!!

Today is a special day here at Beatrice Ryan Designs! Today we hit a new benchmark… In just 4 1/2 short months Beatrice Ryan Designs has had 10,000 views, 71 posts, 77 followers and made tons of new crochet friends!!! Also, tons of crochet projects and a 2 free patterns have been presented in just that little window of time!!!!

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So thanks to all of you,,, To celebrate this special day… A GREAT PRIZE GIVE-AWAY!!!!! The first lovely prize is a Hand Crocheted Floral Washcloth by Beatrice Ryan Designs,,, Next… A luxurious handmade bar of Lavender Glycerin Soap from an artist and shop mate at Alpine Originals… And lastly… One of my favorite candles… Mrs. Meyers Basil Scent Soy Candle…

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So here is how you can win this THANK YOU package…

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****Answer the following question by leaving your answer, your first name and last name initial in the “Comments” area of this post… Cut off for entering is Midnight July 31, 2013 PST USA, I will announce the winner by random drawing on August 1st. Once the winner is selected they will have 72 hours to claim the prize by emailing me their name and address to [email protected]****

??Which project of Beatrice Ryan Designs is your favorite?? Please take a few moments to look through the past posts and pictures to choose your favorite….

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Also… As a big thank you to all my friends who have been checking in regularly and all my new-found friends… A Sneak Peak at my “Design Book”… Let’s take a look at what is coming up soon at Beatrice Ryan Designs…

Stay tuned for these wonderful winter hats both finished products for sale and the patterns… Also,,, The Chains and Flowers Scarf will be coming soon to the free pattern section for your use!!!

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And lastly,,, Here is a peak at what I am working on for my Etsy Shop… 40% complete and loving it…

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Can’t wait to show you the finished project…

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Thanks so much for all your support and encouragement!!!! I feel blessed and privileged to have you checking in with me and loving the Art of Crochet!.

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So here is to Thanking You and A Great Give-Away, New Designs and Upcoming Projects!! Don’t forget to join me on Facebook by liking my page and my Etsy Shop…. Currently having a Christmas in July Sale for all of you… See the link in the tab at the top right of this blog!